Radio Link

Starter Kit

Installation Manual

BARTLETT Instrument Co. 1032 Avenue H

Fort Madison, IA 52627

319-372-8366

www.bartinst.com

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Table of Contents

Radio Link Starter Kit Manual ..................................................................... 3 System Requirements ................................................................................. 4

Quick Installation ..................................................................................... 4 Part No. System ....................................................................................... 4 Required Tools ........................................................................................ 5

Module Contents ......................................................................................... 5 Radio Disc ............................................................................................... 5 Hardware ................................................................................................. 5 Guidelines & Suggestions ........................................................................ 6

Detailed Installation Steps .......................................................................... 8 Appendix A: Compliance Statement.......................................................... 14

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Radio Link Starter Kit Manual Thank you for purchasing the Radio Link from Bartlett Instrument Company. Figure 1 below

shows the hybrid configuration. Each configuration requires a host modules and remote module.

Figure 2 below shows the wireless configuration covered in this manual.

Figure 2: Wireless - radio to radio

Figure 1: Hybrid – radio to wired controller.

(Required for version 600 controllers)

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This manual will guide you through the installation of the RADIO LINK. Refer to the

GH CIS manual for specific questions on the monitoring software.

As shown in Figure 1 & Figure 2, Radio Link consists of a host end and a remote end.

The host end is set up first. Next, the remote end is configured and tested using the range test

software and hardware. Once functioning, refer to the GHCIS manual for installation and use.

System Requirements 1. Windows XP with Service Pack 3 or higher

2. USB Port

3. CD Drive

Quick Installation

1. Install “USB serial driver” (CDM20830_Setup.exe) and Range Test software (Range

Test 1.0.0.8) from the provided disc. The Range Test software requires Windows XP

with Service Pack 3 or newer. For older windows, install XCTU software. When

prompted for updates, click no.

2. Connect the Host Radio (RL9600-USB) to the computer.

3. Follow any “plug and play” installation steps required. (This will happen automatically

on most computers)

4. In your computers “Start Menu”, find and run the Range Test software.

5. Select the correct COM port from the list.

6. Start the Remote Radio (RL9600-ICGH) in the range test mode. (See pages 8, 9, and 10

for more details)

7. Click “Start Auto Test.”

8. Hold down the switch on the range test board and the radios should communicate with

LED’s flashing at a regular rate on the remote radio.

9. Mount the Host Radio (RL9600-USB) in its final location.

10. Take the remote radio to the controller’s location and make sure the radios are still

communicating. (LED will flash and number of “Pass” transmissions will increase)

11. If range test passed (85% or higher), install the remote radio. To begin installing C.I.S.,

open the CD, double click Greenhouse CIS, and double click the Setup Application.

Part No. System

RL9600-HostRT-GH – RL9600-USB (Host Radio), Range Test board, and CIS

RL9600-Host-GH – RL9600-USB (Host Radio) and CIS

RL9600-ICGH – Remote In-Controller Radio

RL9600-Base-GH – RL9600-485 (Remote Base Radio), Power Supply Junction Box, and

wires

RL9600-USB – Computer USB to Radio

RL9600-485 – Radio to RS485

RLEXT – Radio Link Extension Kit

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Required Tools

Wireless - 8mm wrench, ¼” bit

(with depth gauge) and drill, 3/16”

flat blade screwdriver

Hybrid - 3/16” flat blade

screwdriver, hammer, drill

Module Contents

Radio Disc

GH CIS – Bartlett Instrument Company’s control and monitoring program

X-CTU – Software provided by Digi International; Range test feature used during setup

to ensure maximum signal quality

USB driver

User Manuals and Guides

Hardware

Please check for all materials before beginning installation. Note the pictures and lists

cover both types of remote modules and you may only have one type.

Host Module

Host Radio - RL9600-USB

Mounting Screws (2)

Wall Anchors (2)

Software/manual computer disc

C.I.S. Registration Card

Host-RT Module

Host Radio - RL9600-USB

Mounting Screws (2)

Wall Anchors (2)

Software/Manual Computer disc

C.I.S. Registration Card

Range Test Board (Required for

wireless configuration)

Figure 3: Required tools for Wireless installation.

Figure 4: Host Module.

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Remote Module (Hybrid)

RL9600-485 (Remote Base Radio)

with 20’ of cable

Power Supply Junction Box

5V Plug-in Power Supply

CIS Extension Kit

Remote Module (Wireless)

Remote In-Controller Radio -

RL9600-ICGH

DIPRIB connection kit (not used in

all instances, depends on controller

model)

Guidelines & Suggestions

1. Maximum Cable Lengths (for Hybrid Configuration):

From Power Supply to RADIO LINK: 75 ft.

From Power Supply to Controller: Up to 700 ft. for 1 controller. Multiple controllers will

decrease the maximum distance or require an additional power supply.

Figure 6: Maximum cable lengths for hybrid radio and controller.

Figure 5: RL9600-ICGH

DIPRIB

Ribbon

Cable

Whip

Antenna

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2. Create a drip loop when installing the module. To create a drip loop, leave a slack length of cable at each termination, allowing it to

hang below the connector. This forms a low point that will carry any condensation away from

the sensitive components.

3. Perform a range test before permanent installation.

The transmitted signal energy fills a football-shaped area between two radios. Floors and

ceilings can block this energy; therefore radio placement is crucial to signal integrity. Try to

avoid floors, ceilings, and other large objects when choosing a mounting location for your radio.

Other concerns:

Orient all antennas in the same direction. (Either vertical or horizontal)

Place units at a convenient height between the floor and ceiling

If thick walls interfere with signal, use cable to extend the Radio Link past the offending

wall

Use the Range Test Software to indicate the best position

Figure 7: Example of a drip loop.

Figure 8: Radio range testing.

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Detailed Installation Steps 1. Install the USB serial drive (CDM20830_Setup.exe) and Range Test software (Range

Test 1.0.0.8) from the provided disc.

a. Insert the provided radio disc into your CD-ROM drive.

b. Go to your start menu and open “My Computer.”

c. Double click CD drive and open the Radio Link folder

d. Double click CDM20830_Setup.exe

i. The FTDIChip CDM Drivers screen will come up, then click “Extract”.

ii. The Device Driver Installation Wizard will come up, then click “Next”.

iii. Wait until the drivers are installed on your computer, then click “Finish”.

e. Go back to the Radio Link folder

f. Double click range test folder.

i. Double click set_up.exe

ii. Depending on your computer, you will see either a License Agreement

and click “Accept” or an Application Install screen and click “Install”.

iii. The Range Test software installation process should be complete.

2. Plug in the RL9600-USB (Host Radio) to the computer.

3. Follow any “plug and play” installation steps required. (this will happen automatically on

most computers)

4. Open your computers “Start Menu” and find the program called “Range Test”. Open and

run the Range Test software.

Figure 9: Range Test program.

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5. Once the “Range Test” software is open, select the correct com port. To change the port

number, click on the drop down menu under “Port Select” and select the appropriate port.

6. Start the remote radio in the range test mode.

a. Hybrid

i. Open the RL9600-485 (Base Radio) and make sure the jumper is on the 2

R pins.

ii. Plug in power supply.

b. Wireless

i. Connect the RL9600-ICGH to the Range Test board (mounted in lid of the

RL9600-USB Radio) with the ribbon cable provided.

Figure 10: COM port selection.

Figure 11: Range Test Board

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ii. Set DIP switch 5 to “on” on the Range Test board. 1-4 should be off.

iii. Press and hold the switch on the range test board to operate. If the switch

is not held, it will not transmit signal and the range test will not work. (See

Figure 13 below)

7. Click “Start Auto Test” on the Range Test program.

8. The radios should communicate with LED’s flashing at a regular rate on the remote

radio. LED 1 indicates power to the board and LED 2 should flash while running the test.

9. Mount the RL9600-USB (Host Radio) in its final position. For mounting instructions, go

to http://www.budind.com/pdf/hb1322mb.pdf.

10. Click the “Clear Stats” button on the Range Test program before continuing to the next

step.

Figure 13: Wireless radio/range test configuration.

Figure 12: DIP switch 5 set to ON.

Dip Switch

Power Switch

Transmit and

Receive LED

Range Test

Board

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11. Take the RL9600-ICGH (Remote Radio) to the controller’s location. While holding the

power switch on the range test board, make sure the radios are still communicating. See

Figure 1 below. (LED will flash and number of “pass” transmissions will increase at

your computer)

12. If range test passed (Percent passed 85% or higher), proceed with installing the RL9600-

ICGH (Remote Radio). Once completed, proceed with C.I.S. installation on your

computer.

a. HYBRID

i. Replace jumper on single pin of R setting in RL9600-485 (Base Radio).

ii. Mount PSJB near outlet

iii. Mount radio in best line of sight to HOST radio

Figure 1: LED 2 will flash during the range test. LED 1 will light up when the switch

is pushed to indicate power to the board.

Figure 15: Successful range test.

LED 2

LED 1

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iv. Mount CIS extension kit in controller. Refer to CIS Installation Manual.

v. Connect controller to PSJB.

1. With modular cables

2. With cat5 wire

b. WIRELESS

i. Disconnect RL9600-ICGH (Remote Radio) from range test board.

ii. Remove power from the controller.

iii. Remove controller lid from the controller.

iv. Drill ¼” hole in right hand side of controller, top, front knockout. Use

depth gauge to prevent damage to other parts. (See Figure 16 below for

exact location.

v. Mount DIPRIB to the controller display board. (Detailed instructions on

page 4 in the C.I.S. manual). This is only required on older boards.

1. Remove the nut from the top left hand corner of the display board.

2. Replace the nut with the 5/16th male/female standoff.

3. Place the fibre washer on the standoff.

4. Mount the DIPRIB board by aligning the hole over the spacer and

the pins on the DIPRIB board with the 8 pin socket on the display

board.

5. Tighten the nut onto the space. **Do not over tighten.

vi. Mount the RL9600-ICGH radio in controller by inserting the antenna

connector through the ¼” hole you drilled, secure it with the nut and

washer, and screw on the antenna to the antenna connector.

vii. Connect the two red wires from the RL9600-ICGH radio board to 24AC

and COM on the controller’s relay board.

Figure 16: The hole drilled in the right, top, front knockout of the controller.

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viii. Attach the ribbon cable provided from the Radio board to the DIP RIB

board you installed on controller display board. (See Figure 17 on the

next page for the complete hook up.)

ix. Replace lid and restore power.

x. Remember, you will need to change the controller’s ID if this is not the

first controller on the network.

Figure 17: All power connections hooked up.

DIP RIB

Radio Ribbon Cable

RL9600

-ICGH

Red Power

Wires From

Radio

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Appendix A: Compliance Statement

Compliance Statement (Part 15.19)

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.

Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and

2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause

undesired operation

Warning (Part 15.21)

Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could

void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

RF Exposure (OET Bulletin 65)

To comply with FCC RF exposure requirements for mobile transmitting devices, this transmitter

should only be used or installed at locations where there is at least 20cm separation distance

between the antenna and all persons.

Information to the User – Part 15.105(b)

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device,

pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection

against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can

radiate radio frequency energy, and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions,

may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that

interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful

interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment

off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the

following measures:

Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna

Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver

Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver

is connected

Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help